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After a few years of song writing I'm finally putting these original tracks to disc. I'm looking for help from family, friends and fans

My name is Bryan Frates and I am a singer/songwriter originally from Vermont. I now live in Utah and over the past 5 or so years have been building my own song catalogue. I have recorded some of them before but was not proud of the outcome due to lack of time, money and prep. Now I am determined to produce a product that I am extremely proud of that I can share with the world and I need your help!

In the process of recording my album and doing it 100% independent of any record label. Like I said before, I am working hard to put out something that I am very proud of and right now I am trying to raise money to help fund the album without having to go into debt. 

Producing a CD without a record label is extremely expensive if done correctly and professionally. So the money graciously donated will be going directly to:

-       Studio time

-       Paying professional musicians to play on my tracks

-       The Mixing and Mastering process

-       Printing and packaging of the album

-       Artwork for the cover and disc

-       A mini tour to promote the album once it is finished.

-       Marketing and promotional swag

-       High Quality videos

-       Much more that goes into the process

My goal is to raise $4,000 for the album. Total the Album will cost between $6,000 and $8,000 but $4,000 would be a great start! If I raise 4,000 or more then kickstarter will send me a check for your generous donations. Here is the catch: If the project does not succeed in reaching its funding goal of $4,000 no one is charged and I will receive no funding for the album.

Thank you for taking the time to watch and research my project. I hope you will soon hear my new CD and share it with all of your friends and family members. 

For more information on me and my music please visit my website at www.bryanfrates.com .  

Bryan Frates

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  • Pledge $5 or more

    0 backers

    Thank You! Every dollar helps! If you come to one of my shows I would be happy to give you a big hug or handshake for your donation.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $10 or more

    4 backers

    1 song digital download. A recorded acoustic song (not on my album) will be emailed to you from yours truly.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $20 or more

    9 backers

    Signed T-Shirt: You will receive a T-Shirt with my logo on it by mail.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $30 or more

    1 backer

    Signed T-Shirt + Personal thank you Phone Call. I promise to sign the shirt in a very tasteful location so you can wear it out to dinner parties and sporting events.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $50 or more

    23 backers

    You will receive a signed hard copy of the CD once it is released. If you want it made out to somebody special, we can do that as well! It can say whatever your heart desires.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $100 or more

    8 backers

    I will personally record an acoustic cover of your choice dedicated to you or from you to a special someone and post it on YouTube for the world to see. This is great if you are in the doghouse with your wife, girlfriend, husband, kid...

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $200 or more

    2 backers

    Back yard or living room concert for you and your friends (within driving distance from Utah or if you buy the plane ticket).

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $1,000 or more

    0 backers

    You will receive: Signed CD, Signed T-shirt, thank you shout out in my album credits. I will also come to your house for a dinner party where I will personally cook you and your guests dinner and be the evening’s entertainment.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012